Word
webster
Phoneticsweb·ster
/ˈwɛbstɝ/
Definition
n. a person who is very good at using words or writing dictionaries. You might call a friend this if they always know the exact right word to use.
n. a person skilled in lexicography or possessing an exceptionally large vocabulary. Often used as a humorous or lighthearted nickname for someone who corrects others' grammar or word choices.
Examples
“Ask Sarah for the definition; she is a real Webster.”
“Since he started reading the dictionary for fun, his friends have started calling him Webster.”
“While he lacked a formal degree in linguistics, his meticulous attention to etymology earned him the playful title of Webster among his editorial colleagues.”
Examples
simple
“Ask Sarah for the definition; she is a real Webster.”
contextual
“Since he started reading the dictionary for fun, his friends have started calling him Webster.”
complex
“While he lacked a formal degree in linguistics, his meticulous attention to etymology earned him the playful title of Webster among his editorial colleagues.”
Usage
Often used as a proper noun or a common noun to personify the dictionary; frequently used with the indefinite article 'a'.
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